Berlin to Budapest by Train | Winter | 2025/2026
- Overview
- Itinerary
- What's Included
- FAQ
- Dates
Embark on an unforgettable winter journey from Berlin to Budapest by train, exploring the heart of Europe in style. This tour takes you through Germany, the Czech Republic, Austria, and Hungary, offering a blend of history, culture, and scenic beauty. Begin in Berlin with a guided tour of significant 20th-century sites, then travel to Prague to wander its charming cobbled streets and enjoy traditional Czech cuisine. In Vienna, marvel at the city's grand architecture and vibrant culture. Finally, arrive in Budapest to experience its rich history and indulge in a night cruise along the Danube. With comfortable hotel stays and scenic train rides, this tour promises a seamless and enriching European adventure. Enjoy included breakfasts and dinners, guided tours, and the option to explore local culinary delights, making this a perfect winter escape.
Highlights
- Berlin: Discover the history of 20th century Berlin with a local guide, including visits to Hitler's underground bunker and the Holocaust Memorial.
- Prague: Walk through the winding cobbled streets and explore the fairytale-like Castle District for panoramic city views.
- Prague: Sample classic Czech food and drink with your travel companions.
- Vienna: Stroll around Vienna to see St Stephen’s Cathedral and the State Opera House.
- Budapest: Learn about Hungarian history and culture, culminating at Budapest's famous Széchenyi thermal baths.
- Budapest: Enjoy a dreamy night-time cruise down the Danube, viewing Budapest's historical buildings from the water.
Flights
Travel Insurance
Optional Activities
Personal Expenses
Visa Fees
Dining Summary
- 2 Dinner (D)
- 8 Breakfast (B)
Included Experience
- Berlin: Discover the history of 20th century Berlin with our Local Guide & get up close to notorious Third Reich spots. Get the low-down on Hitler's last days at the site of his underground bunker & learn about Goebbels, the sinister spin doctor at the former Reich's Propaganda Ministry. You'll hear about East German communism before making a sobering visit to the Holocaust Memorial.
- Prague: Hang out with your Contiki fam and sample some classic Czech food and drink.
- Prague: Walk through the winding cobbled streets and head up into the fairytale-like Castle District for panoramic city views.
- Vienna: Boost your step count with a stroll around Vienna. See St Stephen’s Cathedral and the State Opera House as you go.
FAQs
- London: What does a modular trip mean? A modular trip means fellow travellers will join and leave at various locations. There’ll be some goodbyes, sure, but there’ll also be plenty of hellos with new like-minded travellers.
Destinations
- Austria
- Czech Republic
- Europe
- Germany
- Hungary
Tour Types
- Walking
- History
- Sightseeing
- Cultural
- Boat/Cruise Excursion
- Rail Tours
Location: Berlin
Hallo Berlin! This eclectic, richly historical and culturally charming city will blow us away as soon as we arrive. We'll waste no time in checking out the cutting-edge culinary scene. Berlin is considered the vegan capital of Europe... and there is plenty for the carnivores too! Then the evening is yours to explore the city's world-famous nightlife. The buzzing scene here is a joyous tribute to German reunification, and since the fall of the Berlin Wall the city has staked its claim as the techno capital of the world.<br/>
Accommodation Name: Ibis Ostbahnhof (or similar)
Meals: Dinner
Location: Berlin
2 walking tours today. This morning, take a historical walking tour, including a visit to the site of Hitler's bunker. This evening, you’ll have the chance to explore Berlin's oh-so-historical (and oh-so-hipster) Kreuzberg district and finish off with dinner.<br/>
Accommodation Name: B&B Berlin City Ost (or similar)
Meals: Breakfast
Location: Prague
Berlin you've been a blast, but we're making tracks for new adventures today, jumping on the train to Prague. Arriving in Prague, we'll explore the cobblestones, cathedrals and castles, before refuelling with a traditional Czech dinner. Believe us when we say that the beer here is the best in Europe.
Accommodation Name: Ibis Praha Old Town (or similar)
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Location: Prague
Time to explore more of Prague - head out with your trip manager on a walking tour of the infamous castle districts and old town. Next up, catch the tram to one of Prague's outer neighbourhoods like hipster Vršovice, boasting art nouveau buildings, offbeat coffee haunts and streets lined with communal pianos. Prague is a paradise for beer lovers too, so don't forget to check out some of the city's coolest bars (of which there are many to choose from!). Or better yet, join a food tour where you'll be shown some of the very best spots to eat.
Accommodation Name: Ibis Praha Old Town (or similar)
Meals: Breakfast
Location: Vienna
We're jumping on another train today and making our way to Austria. Ah Vienna! We'll kick things off in this grand capital with a walking tour and explore the opulent classical architecture and wide streets. Evenings can be spent like a local, watching the sun set over the Donaukanal at a gorgeous beach bar or a classic Viennese coffee house.<br/>
Accommodation Name: A&O Vienna Hauptbahnhof (or similar)
Meals: Breakfast
Location: Vienna
Waking up in the stunning capital of Vienna, a city known for its coffee culture and baroque architecture, we'll have plenty of adventures to pursue today before ending the day (if you choose) at Habibi & Hawara for a wholesome Make Travel Matter® dinner.<br/>
Accommodation Name: A&O Vienna Hauptbahnhof (or similar)
Meals: Breakfast
Location: Budapest
Today we're making our way to Hungary! Another scenic train ride will take us into the grandeur of Budapest. Tonight, something a bit different, as we have the option to escape the masses and cook dinner with the locals. This immersive, fully interactive experience will bring us closer than ever before to Hungary’s rich history and culinary culture.<br/>
Accommodation Name: Ibis Budapest City South Hotel (or similar)
Meals: Breakfast
Location: Budapest
This morning choose to learn about the past & present of Hungarian history and stop to try a traditional Hungarian specialty of Lángos for lunch. Tonight we'll enjoy the best way to experience the city's flamboyant architecture, as we take a dreamy night time cruise down the Danube, getting to see all of Budapest's historical buildings from the water as we enjoy a drink.
Accommodation Name: Ibis Budapest City South Hotel (or similar)
Meals: Breakfast
Location: Budapest
Today we say farewell to our Contiki family and our European adventure, but we'll stay in touch, and we'll no doubt be back soon enough.<br/>
Meals: Breakfast
Included
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Meals
-2 dinners and 8 breakfasts are included.
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Guided Tours
-Guided historical walking tours in Berlin, Prague, and Vienna.
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Accommodation
-Accommodation in hotels such as Ibis Ostbahnhof, B&B Berlin City Ost, Ibis Praha Old Town, A&O Vienna Hauptbahnhof, and Ibis Budapest City South Hotel (or similar).
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Transportation
-Train transportation between Berlin, Prague, Vienna, and Budapest.
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Night Time Cruise
-Night time cruise down the Danube in Budapest.
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Scenic Train Travel
-Travel between cities by train, offering scenic views and a comfortable journey from Berlin to Prague, Vienna, and Budapest.
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Comfortable Accommodation
-Stay in comfortable and conveniently located hotels such as Ibis Ostbahnhof in Berlin, Ibis Praha Old Town in Prague, A&O Vienna Hauptbahnhof in Vienna, and Ibis Budapest City South Hotel in Budapest.
Not Included
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Flights
-International and domestic flights are not included.
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Travel Insurance
-Travel insurance is not included and is recommended.
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Optional Activities
-Optional activities such as cooking dinner with locals in Budapest and visiting thermal baths are not included.
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Personal Expenses
-Personal expenses such as souvenirs, additional meals, and drinks are not included.
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Visa Fees
-Visa fees and other travel documentation costs are not included.
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17-Oct-2025
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Single | £1729.00 | |
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17-Oct-2025
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Twin | £1325.00 | |
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17-Oct-2025
for 0 Nights |
Twin Share | £1325.00 | |
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05-Dec-2025
for 0 Nights |
Single | £1692.00 | |
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05-Dec-2025
for 0 Nights |
Twin | £1288.00 | |
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05-Dec-2025
for 0 Nights |
Twin Share | £1288.00 | |
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19-Dec-2025
for 0 Nights |
Single | £1754.00 | |
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19-Dec-2025
for 0 Nights |
Twin | £1351.00 | |
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19-Dec-2025
for 0 Nights |
Twin Share | £1351.00 | |
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13-Feb-2026
for 0 Nights |
Single | £1560.00 | |
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13-Feb-2026
for 0 Nights |
Twin | £1180.00 | |
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13-Feb-2026
for 0 Nights |
Twin Share | £1180.00 |
